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The Council of Medical Colleges want to stop the advertisement of medicines.
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The guidance on use of the sweetener, though, isn’t changing.
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This latest research provides hope for people whose symptoms are harder to treat.
White Cross saga a symptom of healthcare crisis, poverty advocate says
Many parents were shocked about the $49 fee for a medical visit for kids under 14.
Robert De Niro's girlfriend reveals heartbreaking diagnosis
The diagnosis comes after the couple welcomed their first child together in April.
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'It’s getting harder to get responses from New Zealanders.'
Auckland mall owner v retailer: $235K rent demand
'There is a genuine and substantial dispute in relation to the debt', says judge.
Why you don’t just lose fat when you’re on a diet
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Why do we demonise wāhine partying but allow old boys network to continue?
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Plastic surgeon livestreamed procedures on TikTok
Surgeon harmed patients while livestreaming their surgeries on social media app TikTok.
What science really says about the sweeteners in your tea and coffee
Telegraph: New research shows that artificial sweeteners do not help with weight loss.
The daily habits that boost brain health and help prevent dementia
Telegraph: Research shows routines are key to reducing the risk of getting the disease.
Inaccurate hospital figures: Review finds poor planning, data teams ‘overwhelmed’
The review was triggered by inaccurate figures on emergency department waiting times.
D-Day for Māori who want to switch electoral rolls
Maori voters have til midnight to switch electoral rolls.
'Landlord should be ashamed': Fears for residents after Mt Eden rest home to close
51 elderly residents will now have to find a new home.
How do I stop my mind racing and get some sleep?
Up to six of every ten people have regular insomnia symptoms.
Amputation a diabetes 'wake-up call' for screenwriter
Aroha Awarau says Māori should not ignore the early diabetes warning signs.
Hospital ‘hot-bedding’: Patients moved from beds to chairs to free up space
It's one of several drastic measures being used by over-occupied hospitals.
Whānau facility opened for hospital visitors
Dame Naida Glavish had a vision of providing a place for families visiting hospitals.
What should you eat or drink when you have a cold?
New York Times: From hot toddies to soup, there are a few things to keep in mind.
NGOs partner to provide healthier homes for Tāmaki Makaurau whānau
Housing is regarded as one of the key social determinants of health.
Mum rages against unmasked gang members in hospital ICU
A mother is still angry gang members were able to move around a hospital unmasked.
Madonna breaks silence after harrowing hospitalisation
The queen of pop has addressed fans following terrifying infection.
Former One Direction star's heartbreaking confession
The 29-year-old said his former bandmates have 'stuck by' him - even Zayn.
Delta Goodrem opens up about shock diagnosis
The Aussie singer was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma at 18 years old.
Moerewa part-time GP service shines spotlight on national health workforce shortage
Rural New Zealand facing GP and medical shortages.
'I don’t think it’s right': Parents infuriated at White Cross charging for child visits
It’s expected that the fallout will be felt in the hospital's emergency department.
Kaitāia Hospital health coach easing the anxiety of those seeking help
Innovative roles are being used to help both the healthcare system and patients cope.
Covid killed the clinic: IRD has liquidators appointed to medical centre
Statement of assets listed those as being negative, the company owing about $313,000.
‘Severely lacking’: Midwife found in breach of patient rights after baby stillborn
The mother repeatedly asked for further ultrasound scans.
Madonna seen for first time since hospitalisation
The singer appears to be in good health as she chatted with a friend.